News Reporter - Bancroft

Position: News Reporter - Bancroft, ON
Location: Peterborough County and North Hastings County (Lakefield)

Bancroft, ON, Canada

Job Description  Posted Monday, July 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM
As Canada’s second-largest commercial radio broadcaster, Vista Radio Ltd operates over 70 radio stations and digital news portals across three provinces and the Northwest Territories. Each of our stations is deeply rooted in the communities we serve while retaining local voices, building strong connections, and delivering stories that matter. Paired with dynamic digital portals, our stations provide 24/7 access to timely, trusted, and hyper-local content, keeping our audiences informed, engaged, and connected.
We are currently hiring a  News Reporter  in our  Bancroft and Barry’s Bay  Moose FM newsroom. If you live in or want to move to the area and have a passion for digging up stories and sharing them with the community, apply. A collaborative and supportive environment, Moose FM wants you to develop your skills to be a self-starter and a leader.
We empower our team members to shape company culture – which includes being committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic working environment, both in the office and online with our reporters across Ontario.
Our ideal candidate is comfortable writing online and radio news, recording news casts and becoming a member of the community.
About the Job:
This is a full-time news reporting position, and you will be writing and recording stories for My Bancroft Now ,  and our daily on-air newscasts.

Description:

Be an active part of the community
Craft and voice local and regional newscasts
Researching and writing news stories for online and on-air broadcast
Contributing to and updating websites

Key Requirements:

Experience working in a newsroom or equivalent journalism background
Strong verbal and written communication skills
You must have a valid driver's license
Solid on-air delivery skills with a desire to learn and improve
Experience working in a newsroom or equivalent journalism background is an asset
Working familiarity with Adobe Audition, Newsroom, and on-air software
Vista Radio’s Vault of Benefits
At Vista Radio, we are a community of people committed to making a difference. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, well-being, and financial future in a collaborative environment.
Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
Health & Dental Coverage – Comprehensive plans for individuals and families.
RRSP Program with DPSP Matching – Save for your future with our RRSP program, and Vista will match your contributions into a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP).
Short-term & Long-term Disability – Income protection when life throws you a curveball.
Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) – Confidential, 24/7 access to mental health, counseling, and other professional support services.
Annual Vacation & Stat Holidays – Paid time off, including recognized federal statutory holidays, to help you recharge and enjoy life.
Life & Optional Life Insurance Protection – for you and your loved ones when you need it most.
Virtual Care – 24/7/365 access to professional healthcare online, making it easier to stay on top of your wellness.
Work in the Communities We Serve – You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact locally, strengthening the bonds that connect us to the communities we proudly serve.
Application Instructions
On our company website, click the Apply button on the top left corner of the job posting to get started. You can include a PDF or Word document with your links to a Soundcloud/You Tube audio demo in the Additional Documents section of the application form.
If you experience any difficulty submitting your application, please contact the Human Resources Department at
At Vista Radio Ltd, we are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Accommodations are available for all employees and applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please advise when submitting your application.
Barry's Bay, Madawaska Valley, ON K0J 0B3, Canada

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